The fiery tryal no strange thing delivered in a sermon preached at Charlestown February 15, 1681, being a day of humiliation / by Samuel Willard teacher of a church in Boston in New-England.

Willard, Samuel, 1640-1707
Publisher: Printed for Samuel Sewall
Place of Publication: Boston
Publication Year: 1682
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A66099 ESTC ID: R33663 STC ID: W2276
Subject Headings: Congregational churches; Fast-day sermons; Sermons, American -- 17th century;
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0 1 Pet. IV. XII. Beloved, think it not strange concerning the Fiery Tryal ▪ which is to try you, 1 Pet. IV. XII. beloved, think it not strange Concerning the Fiery Trial ▪ which is to try you, vvn np1 np1 np1. j-vvn, vvb pn31 xx j vvg dt j n1 ▪ r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 3
1 as though some strange thing hapned to you. as though Some strange thing happened to you. c-acp cs d j n1 vvn p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 3
2 THis Epistle (as is to be seen by the Title or Inscription of it) was directed to Christians dispersed and scattered up and down the World. THis Epistle (as is to be seen by the Title or Inscription of it) was directed to Christians dispersed and scattered up and down the World. d n1 (c-acp vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31) vbds vvn p-acp np1 vvd cc vvn a-acp cc a-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 3
3 Whether they were the remainder of the Babylonish Captivity, who returned not with their Brethren into Indea; or the dispersion occasioned by the cruelty of Antiochus, in the dayes of the Machabees, of which the Apostle Paul, Heb. 11. 11. 35 &c. or those that fled in the Persecution raised soon after the death of Stephen: recorded Act. 8. beginning (to each of which Interpreters do differently incline) I determine not. Whither they were the remainder of the Babylonish Captivity, who returned not with their Brothers into India; or the dispersion occasioned by the cruelty of Antiochus, in the days of the Maccabees, of which the Apostle Paul, Hebrew 11. 11. 35 etc. or those that fled in the Persecution raised soon After the death of Stephen: recorded Act. 8. beginning (to each of which Interpreters do differently incline) I determine not. cs pns32 vbdr dt n1 pp-f dt np1 n1, r-crq vvd xx p-acp po32 n2 p-acp np1; cc dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np2, pp-f r-crq dt n1 np1, np1 crd crd crd av cc d cst vvd p-acp dt n1 vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: vvd n1 crd n1 (p-acp d pp-f r-crq n2 vdb av-j vvi) pns11 vvb xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 3
4 But they were such as laboured under the exercise of manifold afflictions, as appears from Chap. 1. v. 6. now, &c. you are in heaviness through many Temptations. But they were such as laboured under the exercise of manifold afflictions, as appears from Chap. 1. v. 6. now, etc. you Are in heaviness through many Temptations. p-acp pns32 vbdr d c-acp vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, c-acp vvz p-acp np1 crd n1 crd av, av pn22 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 3
5 For their relie• and encouragement our Apostle doth in every Chapter commix some consolatory and wholsome advise to strengthen and animate them to patience, and help their perfeiting: For their relie• and encouragement our Apostle does in every Chapter commix Some consolatory and wholesome Advice to strengthen and animate them to patience, and help their perfeiting: p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 po12 n1 vdz p-acp d n1 vvi d j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cc vvi po32 n-vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 3
6 and in the latter part of this Chapter, beginning at this 12th ▪ verse, he more particularly counsels, and in the latter part of this Chapter, beginning At this 12th ▪ verse, he more particularly Counsels, cc p-acp dt d n1 pp-f d n1, vvg p-acp d ord ▪ n1, pns31 av-dc av-j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 3
7 and quickens them about this matter. and quickens them about this matter. cc vvz pno32 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 3
8 These words are introductory to the discourse, and taken by themselves (and we need not at present look further) do contain an Exhortation or Direction, These words Are introductory to the discourse, and taken by themselves (and we need not At present look further) do contain an Exhortation or Direction, d n2 vbr n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvn p-acp px32 (cc pns12 vvb xx p-acp j n1 av-jc) vdb vvi dt n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
9 how to entertain the great Tryals that were like to come upon them; how to entertain the great Trials that were like to come upon them; c-crq pc-acp vvi dt j n2 cst vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
10 or rather a caution and negative injunction, or a prohibition, respecting the observation they should make of, or rather a caution and negative injunction, or a prohibition, respecting the observation they should make of, cc av-c dt n1 cc j-jn n1, cc dt n1, vvg dt n1 pns32 vmd vvi pp-f, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
11 and inference they might draw from those troubles. In the words observe. and Inference they might draw from those Troubles. In the words observe. cc n1 pns32 vmd vvi p-acp d n2. p-acp dt n2 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
12 1. The Compellation, Beloved: The afflictions of the Saints should not alienate our affections from them, 1. The Compellation, beloved: The afflictions of the Saints should not alienate our affections from them, crd dt n1, vvn: dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vmd xx vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
13 or render them any whit less amiable in our eyes: or render them any whit less amiable in our eyes: cc vvi pno32 d n1 av-dc j p-acp po12 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
14 there is no reason why our love should abate, or hearts grow strange to the people of God, there is no reason why our love should abate, or hearts grow strange to the people of God, pc-acp vbz dx n1 c-crq po12 n1 vmd vvi, cc n2 vvb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
15 because they are persecuted and hated by the World. Because they Are persecuted and hated by the World. c-acp pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
16 Jesus Christ loves them, and declares them blessed, Mat. 5. 10. and if they are beloved by Christ, they deserve it of us, jesus christ loves them, and declares them blessed, Mathew 5. 10. and if they Are Beloved by christ, they deserve it of us, np1 np1 vvz pno32, cc vvz pno32 vvn, np1 crd crd cc cs pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1, pns32 vvb pn31 pp-f pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
17 if we would be like him: if we would be like him: cs pns12 vmd vbi av-j pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
18 nay their sufferings are for Christ, and on that score ought they to be dear to us, nay their sufferings Are for christ, and on that score ought they to be dear to us, uh po32 n2 vbr p-acp np1, cc p-acp d n1 vmd pns32 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
19 as they stand up for his honour: as they stand up for his honour: c-acp pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
20 nay and they are for the Church of Christ too, Col. 1. 24. we have our share in the benefit, which challengeth for them a share in our love. nay and they Are for the Church of christ too, Col. 1. 24. we have our share in the benefit, which Challengeth for them a share in our love. uh-x cc pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av, np1 crd crd zz vhb po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz p-acp pno32 dt n1 p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
21 2. The subject matter about which the Exhortation is given, viz. the Fiery Tryal: the word (NONLATINALPHABET) signifies burning, 2. The Subject matter about which the Exhortation is given, viz. the Fiery Trial: the word () signifies burning, crd dt j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, n1 dt j n1: dt n1 () vvz j-vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
22 and so it is Translated, Rev. 18. 9. Thus also some render it here. and so it is Translated, Rev. 18. 9. Thus also Some render it Here. cc av pn31 vbz vvn, n1 crd crd av av d vvb pn31 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
23 It designs the more sharp and severe exercises of affliction, such as are occasioned by the violent oppression and persecution of Enemies, which are frequently in Scripture Phrase expressed by the Metaphor of Fire, from the manifold resemblance which is between them: It designs the more sharp and severe exercises of affliction, such as Are occasioned by the violent oppression and persecution of Enemies, which Are frequently in Scripture Phrase expressed by the Metaphor of Fire, from the manifold resemblance which is between them: pn31 n2 dt av-dc j cc j n2 pp-f n1, d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbr av-j p-acp n1 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
24 it is here translated Fiery Tryal, respecting the end which God looks at in ordering it to befal his people, it is Here translated Fiery Trial, respecting the end which God looks At in ordering it to befall his people, pn31 vbz av vvn j n1, vvg dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp p-acp vvg pn31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
25 and that is further expressed and amplified in the description; which is to try you; and that is further expressed and amplified in the description; which is to try you; cc d vbz av-jc vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1; r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
26 the Greek is, which befals you for a temptation or tryal, intimating to us the great design of God in all, the Greek is, which befalls you for a temptation or trial, intimating to us the great Design of God in all, dt jp vbz, r-crq vvz pn22 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, vvg p-acp pno12 dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
27 even the severest Afflictions which his Children suffer; nor is it a vain Tautologie, but a needful amplification; even the Severest Afflictions which his Children suffer; nor is it a vain Tautology, but a needful amplification; av dt js n2 r-crq po31 n2 vvi; ccx vbz pn31 dt j n1, cc-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
28 flesh and blood being very ready to count of it as rather to destroy, then to prove their Faith. 3. The Exhortation it self; Flesh and blood being very ready to count of it as rather to destroy, then to prove their Faith. 3. The Exhortation it self; n1 cc n1 vbg av j pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31 a-acp av-c pc-acp vvi, cs pc-acp vvi po32 n1. crd dt n1 pn31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
29 Think it not strange, the word is, be ye not like to Ghests or Strangers ▪ and it is used for those which are troubled with admiration at some new and strange thing. Think it not strange, the word is, be you not like to Guests or Strangers ▪ and it is used for those which Are troubled with admiration At Some new and strange thing. vvb pn31 xx j, dt n1 vbz, vbb pn22 xx av-j p-acp n2 cc n2 ▪ cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
30 The Apostle therefore expounds himself at the latter end of the verse: As if some strange thing had hapned unto you.. The Apostle Therefore expounds himself At the latter end of the verse: As if Some strange thing had happened unto you.. dt n1 av vvz px31 p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1: c-acp cs d j n1 vhd vvn p-acp pn22.. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
31 2. Or, as if a stranger came to you: so some read it: 2. Or, as if a stranger Come to you: so Some read it: crd cc, c-acp cs dt n1 vvd p-acp pn22: av d vvb pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
32 and his meaning is, that they should not entertain it as a thing which they had no expectation of, and his meaning is, that they should not entertain it as a thing which they had no expectation of, cc po31 n1 vbz, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhd dx n1 pp-f, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
33 and were thereupon moved with wonder and surprize at the coming of it. and were thereupon moved with wonder and surprise At the coming of it. cc vbdr av vvn p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
34 I shall not here endeavour to express all that might usefully be observed from the words, I shall not Here endeavour to express all that might usefully be observed from the words, pns11 vmb xx av vvi pc-acp vvi d cst vmd av-j vbi vvn p-acp dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 3
35 but among many Truths that might hence be treated of, make choice of that comprehensive one, for our present meditation. viz. but among many Truths that might hence be treated of, make choice of that comprehensive one, for our present meditation. viz. cc-acp p-acp d n2 cst vmd av vbi vvn pp-f, vvb n1 pp-f cst j pi, c-acp po12 j n1. n1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 3
36 Doct. It becomes not the people of God to look upon the fiery tryal which befals the Church of Christ in the world, as a strange thing. Doct. It becomes not the people of God to look upon the fiery trial which befalls the Church of christ in the world, as a strange thing. np1 pn31 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 3
37 We may take up the Explication in three things: 1. What is meant by fiery tryals? 2. What it is to count them strange? 3. The ground of the Doctrine. We may take up the Explication in three things: 1. What is meant by fiery trials? 2. What it is to count them strange? 3. The ground of the Doctrine. pns12 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp crd n2: crd q-crq vbz vvn p-acp j n2? crd r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pno32 j? crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 3
38 1. What is meant by fiery Tryals? 1. What is meant by fiery Trials? crd q-crq vbz vvn p-acp j n2? (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
39 A. Tryals in propriety of speech, are such experiments as are made, for the finding out of the nature, qualities, A. Trials in propriety of speech, Are such experiments as Are made, for the finding out of the nature, qualities, np1 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vbr d n2 c-acp vbr vvn, p-acp dt vvg av pp-f dt n1, n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
40 and operation of things, when they are applied, in our speech, to rational agents, they then intend, either an Essay or Endeavour to draw, and operation of things, when they Are applied, in our speech, to rational agents, they then intend, either an Essay or Endeavour to draw, cc n1 pp-f n2, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, p-acp po12 n1, p-acp j n2, pns32 av vvb, d dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
41 and by Arguments to perswade men to any thing which we have a design to make use of them in, and by Arguments to persuade men to any thing which we have a Design to make use of them in, cc p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d n1 r-crq pns12 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
42 and so they are called temptations, and in which sence mainly, the Devil is called the Tempter, and so they Are called temptations, and in which sense mainly, the devil is called the Tempter, cc av pns32 vbr vvn n2, cc p-acp r-crq n1 av-j, dt n1 vbz vvn dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
43 because he useth all endeavours to insinuate into, and gain men to follow his suggestions: Because he uses all endeavours to insinuate into, and gain men to follow his suggestions: c-acp pns31 vvz d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
44 or else a proof which we are minded to make of the fidelity, sincerity, and constancy which is in a person, that we may know him the better, or Else a proof which we Are minded to make of the Fidis, sincerity, and constancy which is in a person, that we may know him the better, cc av dt n1 r-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1, n1, cc n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi pno31 dt jc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
45 and so they are more peculiarly called Tryals: in this sence it is said, A wise man will try before he will trust; and so they Are more peculiarly called Trials: in this sense it is said, A wise man will try before he will trust; cc av pns32 vbr av-dc av-j vvn n2: p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz vvn, dt j n1 vmb vvi c-acp pns31 vmb vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
46 thus God put Abrahams faith and obedience to the tryal, Gen. 22. beginning. thus God put Abrahams faith and Obedience to the trial, Gen. 22. beginning. av np1 vvd npg1 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
47 Afflictions in Scripture language often bear the name of tryals, because by them proof is made of Professors, Afflictions in Scripture language often bear the name of trials, Because by them proof is made of Professors, n2 p-acp n1 n1 av vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp p-acp pno32 n1 vbz vvn pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
48 and men are tried so as to be discovered, oftentimes, whither they be indeed sincere or hypocritical; and men Are tried so as to be discovered, oftentimes, whither they be indeed sincere or hypocritical; cc n2 vbr vvn av c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn, av, c-crq pns32 vbb av j cc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
49 and indeed it is one of the best evidences we can have of mens integrity, when these drive them not from, but establish them in their profession. and indeed it is one of the best evidences we can have of men's integrity, when these drive them not from, but establish them in their profession. cc av pn31 vbz crd pp-f dt js n2 pns12 vmb vhi pp-f ng2 n1, c-crq d vvb pno32 xx p-acp, cc-acp vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
50 When the Epithete Fiery, is added to tryals, it serves to denote such afflictions as are the most sharp and severe, When the Epithet Fiery, is added to trials, it serves to denote such afflictions as Are the most sharp and severe, c-crq dt n1 j, vbz vvn p-acp n2, pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp vbr dt av-ds j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
51 and do the most of all put a Christians constancy to the test: and do the most of all put a Christians constancy to the test: cc vdb dt ds pp-f d vvd dt njpg2 n1 p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
52 and among these, the Apostle (as by our Context is manifest) doth here intend, such as are occasioned by persecution; and among these, the Apostle (as by our Context is manifest) does Here intend, such as Are occasioned by persecution; cc p-acp d, dt n1 (c-acp p-acp po12 n1 vbz j) vdz av vvi, d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
53 those things which the people of God are called to suffer in defense of the Gospel, against the cruelty of raging Enemies; those things which the people of God Are called to suffer in defence of the Gospel, against the cruelty of raging Enemies; d n2 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
54 of which sort are imprisonments, stripes, revilings, exile, confiscation of goods, and the like: of which sort Are imprisonments, stripes, revilings, exile, confiscation of goods, and the like: pp-f r-crq n1 vbr n2, n2, n2-vvg, n1, n1 pp-f n2-j, cc dt j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
55 these are called fiery, metaphorically, because such is the pain, grief, and trouble which they put the mind of man to, these Are called fiery, metaphorically, Because such is the pain, grief, and trouble which they put the mind of man to, d vbr vvn j, av-j, c-acp d vbz dt n1, n1, cc vvb r-crq pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
56 and sometimes his body also, as render them exceeding difficult to bear; and because as fire they serve to purge and cleanse them from many pollutions: and sometime his body also, as render them exceeding difficult to bear; and Because as fire they serve to purge and cleanse them from many pollutions: cc av po31 n1 av, c-acp vvb pno32 av-vvg j pc-acp vvi; cc c-acp p-acp n1 pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
57 yea, and sometimes they are so termed Properly, because the Persecutors of the Church, do often prosecute the true professors of Jesus Christ with Fire and Fagot: yea, and sometime they Are so termed Properly, Because the Persecutors of the Church, do often prosecute the true professors of jesus christ with Fire and Faggot: uh, cc av pns32 vbr av vvn av-j, c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vdb av vvi dt j n2 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
58 and they are called Tryals, because (whatsoever the Instruments of them aim at in executing them upon the people of God) they are designed by God himself, who is the Soveraign and Supream disposer of all things, to be probationary, and they Are called Trials, Because (whatsoever the Instruments of them aim At in executing them upon the people of God) they Are designed by God himself, who is the Sovereign and Supreme disposer of all things, to be probationary, cc pns32 vbr vvn n2, c-acp (r-crq dt n2 pp-f pno32 vvi p-acp p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1 px31, r-crq vbz dt j-jn cc j n1 pp-f d n2, pc-acp vbi j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
59 and used as a Refiners fire to purge out the dross, and not to wast the good mettal which is cast into it, Mal. 3. 3. and used as a Refiners fire to purge out the dross, and not to wast the good metal which is cast into it, Malachi 3. 3. cc vvd p-acp dt n2 n1 pc-acp vvi av dt n1, cc xx pc-acp vvi dt j n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
60 2. What it is to count them strange? A. We look upon such things to be strange, which are, 2. What it is to count them strange? A. We look upon such things to be strange, which Are, crd r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pno32 j? np1 pns12 vvb p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi j, r-crq vbr, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
61 1. Things unusual, and with which we have no acquaintance: 1. Things unusual, and with which we have no acquaintance: crd n2 j, cc p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb dx n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
62 such things as rarely happen, as scarce come once in an age, are esteemed to be strange things: such things as rarely happen, as scarce come once in an age, Are esteemed to be strange things: d n2 c-acp av-j vvi, c-acp av-j vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
63 a man whom we never or seldome saw before, and with whom we have not taken up any familiarity or friendship, is usually counted and called a stranger: a man whom we never or seldom saw before, and with whom we have not taken up any familiarity or friendship, is usually counted and called a stranger: dt n1 ro-crq pns12 av cc av vvd a-acp, cc p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb xx vvn a-acp d n1 cc n1, vbz av-j vvn cc vvd dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
64 familiarity and strangeness are opposed each to other: familiarity and strangeness Are opposed each to other: n1 cc n1 vbr vvn d p-acp n-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
65 so that then we count the fiery tryal a strange thing, when we look upon it as a thing unusual, a thing not wont to befal the people of God, a rare thing; so that then we count the fiery trial a strange thing, when we look upon it as a thing unusual, a thing not wont to befall the people of God, a rare thing; av cst cs pns12 vvb dt j n1 dt j n1, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 j-u, dt n1 xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
66 so the phrase is used, Luk. 5. 26. We have seen strange things to day: such as ages have not produced the like. 2. Things unexpected; so the phrase is used, Luk. 5. 26. We have seen strange things to day: such as ages have not produced the like. 2. Things unexpected; av dt n1 vbz vvn, np1 crd crd pns12 vhb vvn j n2 p-acp n1: d c-acp n2 vhb xx vvn dt j. crd n2 j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
67 such as come upon us at unawares, which we did not so much as dream of; such as come upon us At unawares, which we did not so much as dream of; d c-acp vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp av-j, r-crq pns12 vdd xx av av-d c-acp n1 pp-f; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
68 it never entred into our thoughts to look for, and apprehend any the least probability or likelihood of such events. it never entered into our thoughts to look for, and apprehend any the least probability or likelihood of such events. pn31 av-x vvd p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi d dt ds n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
69 Those things which we do expect, they are not strange to us when they come, and that because we were in our expectance familiarized with them; Those things which we do expect, they Are not strange to us when they come, and that Because we were in our expectance familiarized with them; d n2 r-crq pns12 vdb vvi, pns32 vbr xx j p-acp pno12 c-crq pns32 vvb, cc d c-acp pns12 vbdr p-acp po12 n1 vvd p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
70 but when they come suddenly, they surprize us: but when they come suddenly, they surprise us: cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb av-j, pns32 vvi pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
71 when we expected and promised our selves to live at ease, and not to be molested, when we expected and promised our selves to live At ease, and not to be molested, c-crq pns12 vvd cc vvn po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc xx pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
72 and now trouble comes, we are amused: and now trouble comes, we Are amused: cc av n1 vvz, pns12 vbr vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
73 and thus strangeness is opposed to expectance, so it is used Ioh. 33. 3. a strange punishment to the workers of iniquity, i. e such as they were secure in their thoughts against, and siezed on them unlooked for. and thus strangeness is opposed to expectance, so it is used John 33. 3. a strange punishment to the workers of iniquity, i. e such as they were secure in their thoughts against, and seized on them unlooked for. cc av n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, av pn31 vbz vvn np1 crd crd dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, uh. sy d c-acp pns32 vbdr j p-acp po32 n2 p-acp, cc vvn p-acp pno32 j p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
74 3. Things whereof we cannot give a reason: 3. Things whereof we cannot give a reason: crd n2 c-crq pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
75 the cause of them is hidden from our cognizance, and we understand not either whence they come, or what they come for; the cause of them is hidden from our cognizance, and we understand not either whence they come, or what they come for; dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1, cc pns12 vvb xx av-d c-crq pns32 vvb, cc r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
76 strange and admirable are sometimes used synonimically, so the word is used, 1 Pet. 4. 4. They think it strange that you run not, &c. i. e. they wonder at it, strange and admirable Are sometime used synonimically, so the word is used, 1 Pet. 4. 4. They think it strange that you run not, etc. i. e. they wonder At it, j cc j vbr av vvn av-j, av dt n1 vbz vvn, crd np1 crd crd pns32 vvb pn31 j cst pn22 vvb xx, av pns11. sy. pns32 vvb p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
77 and think there is no reason for it: and think there is no reason for it: cc vvb pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
78 now admiration is a suspension of the understanding, when we see an effect, and are not able to dive into the cause of it: now admiration is a suspension of the understanding, when we see an Effect, and Are not able to dive into the cause of it: av n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1, cc vbr xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
79 when we see that a thing is, and then sit down and consider either whence, when we see that a thing is, and then fit down and Consider either whence, c-crq pns12 vvb cst dt n1 vbz, cc av vvb a-acp cc vvi d c-crq, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
80 or why it is, and cannot satisfie our selves about it, we then wonder, and place it among the number of strange things: or why it is, and cannot satisfy our selves about it, we then wonder, and place it among the number of strange things: cc c-crq pn31 vbz, cc vmbx vvi po12 n2 p-acp pn31, pns12 av vvb, cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
81 and such an Opinion had the Psalmist conceived of the fiery tryal, Psal. 73. 16. When I thought this. i. e. and such an Opinion had the Psalmist conceived of the fiery trial, Psalm 73. 16. When I Thought this. i. e. cc d dt n1 vhd dt n1 vvn pp-f dt j n1, np1 crd crd c-crq pns11 vvd d. sy. sy. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
82 the reason of these dispensations forementioned, it was too painful for me; his understanding was not able to bear the disquisition. the reason of these dispensations forementioned, it was too painful for me; his understanding was not able to bear the disquisition. dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvn, pn31 vbds av j c-acp pno11; po31 n1 vbds xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
83 4. We shew that we look at things as strange, when we carry it to them as unto strangers; 4. We show that we look At things as strange, when we carry it to them as unto Strangers; crd pns12 vvb cst pns12 vvb p-acp n2 p-acp j, c-crq pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp pno32 c-acp p-acp n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
84 and that is in two things principally; and that is in two things principally; cc d vbz p-acp crd n2 av-j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
85 1. When we suspect them to come for no good to us, but rather for mischief: 1. When we suspect them to come for no good to us, but rather for mischief: crd c-crq pns12 vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dx j p-acp pno12, cc-acp av-c p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
86 Jealousie is a frame or disposition, wherewith we do frequently entertain strangers: Jealousy is a frame or disposition, wherewith we do frequently entertain Strangers: n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1, c-crq pns12 vdb av-j vvi n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
87 it is very natural, and therefore usual for us to think of such, that they have some evil design upon us; it is very natural, and Therefore usual for us to think of such, that they have Some evil Design upon us; pn31 vbz av j, cc av j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi pp-f d, cst pns32 vhb d j-jn n1 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
88 which jealousie occasions us to keep a critical eye upon them, and warily to watch all their words and actions, which jealousy occasions us to keep a critical eye upon them, and warily to watch all their words and actions, r-crq n1 n2 pno12 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno32, cc av-j pc-acp vvi d po32 n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
89 yea their very looks and gestures; and let them pretend to never so much friendship, yet we are hard of belief, thus Hanun suspected Davids Servants: yea their very looks and gestures; and let them pretend to never so much friendship, yet we Are hard of belief, thus Hanun suspected Davids Servants: uh po32 j n2 cc n2; cc vvb pno32 vvi p-acp av-x av av-d n1, av pns12 vbr j pp-f n1, av np1 vvn npg1 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
90 thus Iacob looked upon his Afflictions, when he concluded These things are against me, Gen. 42. 36. and Iob when he uttered that complaint, Iob 19. 11. He hath also kindled his wrath against me, thus Iacob looked upon his Afflictions, when he concluded These things Are against me, Gen. 42. 36. and Job when he uttered that complaint, Job 19. 11. He hath also kindled his wrath against me, av np1 vvd p-acp po31 n2, c-crq pns31 vvd d n2 vbr p-acp pno11, np1 crd crd cc np1 c-crq pns31 vvd cst n1, np1 crd crd pns31 vhz av vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno11, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
91 and he counteth me to him as one of his enemies. and he counteth me to him as one of his enemies. cc pns31 vvz pno11 p-acp pno31 p-acp crd pp-f po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
92 2. When they are a burden and wearisomeness to us, and we had rather have their room than their company: 2. When they Are a burden and wearisomeness to us, and we had rather have their room than their company: crd c-crq pns32 vbr dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, cc pns12 vhd av-c vhi po32 n1 cs po32 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
93 and this is a fruit of the former; and this is a fruit of the former; cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
94 for when we expect no good by them, but suspect some design of evil upon us from them, it makes their presence a burden and grief to us; for when we expect no good by them, but suspect Some Design of evil upon us from them, it makes their presence a burden and grief to us; p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb dx j p-acp pno32, cc-acp vvb d n1 pp-f j-jn p-acp pno12 p-acp pno32, pn31 vvz po32 n1 dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
95 and this puts us upon it to desire, and eagerly long for their departure, and if they tarry long we are quite tired out with them, and this puts us upon it to desire, and eagerly long for their departure, and if they tarry long we Are quite tired out with them, cc d vvz pno12 p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi, cc av-j j p-acp po32 n1, cc cs pns32 vvb j pns12 vbr av vvn av p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
96 and would use any course to be rid of them, they are such unwelcome guests to us: and would use any course to be rid of them, they Are such unwelcome guests to us: cc vmd vvi d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pno32, pns32 vbr d j n2 p-acp pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
97 thus did Hezechiah Isai. 33. 13. I reckoned till morning, that as a Lion he will break all my bones: thus did Hezekiah Isaiah 33. 13. I reckoned till morning, that as a lion he will break all my bones: av vdd np1 np1 crd crd pns11 vvd p-acp n1, cst p-acp dt n1 pns31 vmb vvi d po11 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
98 from day even to night wilt thou make an end of me. 3. For the ground of the Doctrine: from day even to night wilt thou make an end of me. 3. For the ground of the Doctrine: p-acp n1 av p-acp n1 vm2 pns21 vvi dt n1 pp-f pno11. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
99 or why it becomes not the people of God thus to esteem of the fiery tryal; or why it becomes not the people of God thus to esteem of the fiery trial; cc c-crq pn31 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f np1 av pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
100 this is evident upon a double account: this is evident upon a double account: d vbz j p-acp dt j-jn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
101 For so to think is both in it self unreasonable, and also prejudicial to the people of God. For so to think is both in it self unreasonable, and also prejudicial to the people of God. c-acp av pc-acp vvi vbz d p-acp pn31 n1 j, cc av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
102 1. It is a conclusion very unreasonable; there is no just reason to be rèndred for such a thought: 1. It is a conclusion very unreasonable; there is no just reason to be rèndred for such a Thought: crd pn31 vbz dt n1 av j; pc-acp vbz dx j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 3
103 if we will ponder every circumstance, we shall see it evident that it is not a strange thing in it self, if we will ponder every circumstance, we shall see it evident that it is not a strange thing in it self, cs pns12 vmb vvi d n1, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 j cst pn31 vbz xx dt j n1 p-acp pn31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 3
104 and must therefore be irrationally so judged by us; For, 1. It is no unusual thing, but very frequent: and must Therefore be irrationally so judged by us; For, 1. It is no unusual thing, but very frequent: cc vmb av vbi av-j av vvn p-acp pno12; c-acp, crd pn31 vbz dx j n1, cc-acp av j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 3
105 we have the Saints of all ages for examples; there is a whole cloud of witnesses testifying to this truth: we have the Saints of all ages for Examples; there is a Whole cloud of Witnesses testifying to this truth: pns12 vhb dt n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp n2; pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
106 ever since righteous Abel lost his life for Christ, to this day, there hath been in all ages almost more or less of the fiery tryal upon Gods Children: ever since righteous Abel lost his life for christ, to this day, there hath been in all ages almost more or less of the fiery trial upon God's Children: av c-acp j np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp d n1, pc-acp vhz vbn p-acp d n2 av av-dc cc dc pp-f dt j n1 p-acp npg1 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
107 it was thus with Israel in Egypt, who were made to serve in hard labour, it was thus with Israel in Egypt, who were made to serve in hard labour, pn31 vbds av p-acp np1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
108 and in cruel bondage, and are therefore represented as a bush on fire and not consumed: and in cruel bondage, and Are Therefore represented as a bush on fire and not consumed: cc p-acp j n1, cc vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc xx vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
109 yea their whole passage through the Wilderness, what was it, but a going through fire and water. yea their Whole passage through the Wilderness, what was it, but a going through fire and water. uh po32 j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds pn31, cc-acp dt vvg p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
110 So the Psalmist expresseth it, Psal. 66. 12. We went through fire, and through water. So the Psalmist Expresses it, Psalm 66. 12. We went through fire, and through water. np1 dt n1 vvz pn31, np1 crd crd pns12 vvd p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
111 And besides the fires kindled upon the Church, particular Saints have their fires also to try them: And beside the fires kindled upon the Church, particular Saints have their fires also to try them: cc p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, j n2 vhb po32 n2 av pc-acp vvi pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
112 sore and sharp afflictions, this is Davids complaint in respect of himself, Psal. 57. 4. My soul is among lions, soar and sharp afflictions, this is Davids complaint in respect of himself, Psalm 57. 4. My soul is among Lions, av-j cc j n2, d vbz np1 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f px31, np1 crd crd po11 n1 vbz p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
113 and I lie even among them that are set on fire. and I lie even among them that Are Set on fire. cc pns11 vvb av p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
114 Nay God speaks of his Church as a place where he constantly keeps a furnace for their tryal; Nay God speaks of his Church as a place where he constantly keeps a furnace for their trial; uh np1 vvz pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 av-j vvz dt n1 p-acp po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
115 hence he makes it a paraphrase upon his name, or one attribute whereby he may be known by us, Isai ▪ 31. 9. the Lord, whose fire is in Zion, and his furnace in Jerusalem. hence he makes it a Paraphrase upon his name, or one attribute whereby he may be known by us, Isaiah ▪ 31. 9. the Lord, whose fire is in Zion, and his furnace in Jerusalem. av pns31 vvz pn31 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc crd n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12, np1 ▪ crd crd dt n1, rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp np1, cc po31 n1 p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
116 2. It cannot rationally be looked upon as an unexpected thing. 2. It cannot rationally be looked upon as an unexpected thing. crd pn31 vmbx av-j vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
117 This will appear, (if laying aside all other grounds of it) we only consider that God hath forewarned his people of it, This will appear, (if laying aside all other grounds of it) we only Consider that God hath forewarned his people of it, d vmb vvi, (cs vvg av d j-jn n2 pp-f pn31) pns12 av-j vvb cst np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
118 and told them that it shall be: and told them that it shall be: cc vvd pno32 cst pn31 vmb vbi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
119 for either we must think that he speaks not as he intends, and so would deceive us with vain fears, for either we must think that he speaks not as he intends, and so would deceive us with vain fears, c-acp d pns12 vmb vvi cst pns31 vvz xx c-acp pns31 vvz, cc av vmd vvi pno12 p-acp j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
120 or else that he is ignorant of it, and so we must deny his supream providence in all these events, or Else that he is ignorant of it, and so we must deny his supreme providence in all these events, cc av cst pns31 vbz j pp-f pn31, cc av pns12 vmb vvi po31 j n1 p-acp d d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
121 or else we must take his predictions for evidence of the futurity of it: or Else we must take his predictions for evidence of the futurity of it: cc av pns12 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
122 the Scripture frequently puts us in mind of, and counsels us to prepare for such times: the Scripture frequently puts us in mind of, and Counsels us to prepare for such times: dt n1 av-j vvz pno12 p-acp n1 pp-f, cc vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
123 it declares it not only as a thing possible, which yet should prevent our security; or probable, which yet will put a wise man upon expectation; it declares it not only as a thing possible, which yet should prevent our security; or probable, which yet will put a wise man upon expectation; pn31 vvz pn31 xx av-j c-acp dt n1 j, r-crq av vmd vvi po12 n1; cc j, r-crq av vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
124 but future, or a thing which must be, it was one of the last warnings which our Saviour Christ gave to his Disciples, but future, or a thing which must be, it was one of the last Warnings which our Saviour christ gave to his Disciples, cc-acp j-jn, cc dt n1 r-crq vmb vbi, pn31 vbds pi pp-f dt ord n2 r-crq po12 n1 np1 vvd p-acp po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
125 and with which he closeth up his last Sermon to them, just before he was taken from them, Joh. 16. ult. In this world ye shall have tribulation. and with which he closeth up his last Sermon to them, just before he was taken from them, John 16. ult. In this world you shall have tribulation. cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz a-acp po31 ord n1 p-acp pno32, av c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32, np1 crd n1. p-acp d n1 pn22 vmb vhi n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
126 The Apostles of Christ looked upon it as a necessary Doctrine to be taught all the people of God, The Apostles of christ looked upon it as a necessary Doctrine to be taught all the people of God, dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn d dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
127 and were therefore careful to instruct them in it in all places where they came, Acts 14. 21, 22. That we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdome of God. and were Therefore careful to instruct them in it in all places where they Come, Acts 14. 21, 22. That we must through much tribulation enter into the Kingdom of God. cc vbdr av j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pn31 p-acp d n2 c-crq pns32 vvd, n2 crd crd, crd cst pns12 vmb p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
128 Paul ascerteins Timothy, that it is a Catholick verity, a thing to be expected by all, Paul ascerteins Timothy, that it is a Catholic verity, a thing to be expected by all, np1 vvz np1, cst pn31 vbz dt njp n1, dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
129 as being equally extensive to a godly life, 2 Tim. 3. 12 Yea and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus must suffer persecution. as being equally extensive to a godly life, 2 Tim. 3. 12 Yea and all that will live godly in christ jesus must suffer persecution. c-acp vbg av-j j p-acp dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd uh cc d cst vmb vvi j p-acp np1 np1 vmb vvi n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
130 So that not to expect it, is an implicite denyal, at least calling in question of the truth of the Gospel. So that not to expect it, is an implicit denial, At least calling in question of the truth of the Gospel. av cst xx pc-acp vvi pn31, vbz dt j n1, p-acp ds vvg p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
131 3. Neither is the reason of it abstruse or difficult, but if we look into all the causes of it, we may discern sufficient ground for it: For, 3. Neither is the reason of it abstruse or difficult, but if we look into all the Causes of it, we may discern sufficient ground for it: For, crd av-d vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31 j cc j, cc-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31, pns12 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp pn31: c-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
132 1. If we consider the principal agent in it, who is God, (for it is his sovereign providence, which determineth and disposeth of all the changes which come over his people) it follows from his infinite wisdome, goodness, 1. If we Consider the principal agent in it, who is God, (for it is his sovereign providence, which determineth and Disposeth of all the changes which come over his people) it follows from his infinite Wisdom, Goodness, crd cs pns12 vvb dt j-jn n1 p-acp pn31, r-crq vbz np1, (c-acp pn31 vbz po31 j-jn n1, r-crq vvz cc vvz pp-f d dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp po31 n1) pn31 vvz p-acp po31 j n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
133 and love to his Children, so far is it from contradicting any of these, (whatever prejudices the carnal reasonings of our dark under standings may take up) as will appear, and love to his Children, so Far is it from contradicting any of these, (whatever prejudices the carnal reasonings of our dark under standings may take up) as will appear, cc vvb p-acp po31 n2, av av-j vbz pn31 p-acp vvg d pp-f d, (r-crq n2 dt j n2-vvg pp-f po12 j p-acp n2-vvg vmb vvi a-acp) p-acp vmb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
134 if we consider the use and improvement which he makes of it: if we Consider the use and improvement which he makes of it: cs pns12 vvb dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
135 our Text informs us, that it is to try them, in which tryal (like a refiner) he makes his own people more fit for the use and service of their Lord and Master. For, our Text informs us, that it is to try them, in which trial (like a refiner) he makes his own people more fit for the use and service of their Lord and Master. For, po12 n1 vvz pno12, cst pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pno32, p-acp r-crq n1 (av-j dt n1) pns31 vvz po31 d n1 av-dc j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1. p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
136 1. By it he burns off the dirt that clave to them: 1. By it he burns off the dirt that clave to them: crd p-acp pn31 pns31 vvz a-acp dt n1 cst vvd p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
137 Mettal when it is first taken out in ▪ Ore from the Mineral, hath much of heterogeneous matter (dirt and filth) cleaving to it, Metal when it is First taken out in ▪ Over from the Mineral, hath much of heterogeneous matter (dirt and filth) cleaving to it, n1 c-crq pn31 vbz ord vvn av p-acp ▪ n1 p-acp dt n1, vhz d pp-f j n1 (n1 cc n1) vvg p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
138 and that the fire burns off: and that the fire burns off: cc cst dt n1 vvz a-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
139 so do these fiery tryals that come upon the Church, they make it too hot for nominal professors to abide by it; so do these fiery trials that come upon the Church, they make it too hight for nominal professors to abide by it; av vdb d j n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb pn31 av j c-acp j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
140 as close as they seemed to cleave to the people of God in a seeming Profession before, now they must fall off; as close as they seemed to cleave to the people of God in a seeming Profession before, now they must fallen off; c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 a-acp, av pns32 vmb vvi a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
141 the stony ground is offended when tribulation and persecution ariseth, Mat. 13. 21. Hypocrites cannot long abide the fiery trial, but when it grows hot upon them, they relinquish their Religion, the stony ground is offended when tribulation and persecution arises, Mathew 13. 21. Hypocrites cannot long abide the fiery trial, but when it grows hight upon them, they relinquish their Religion, dt j n1 vbz vvn c-crq n1 cc n1 vvz, np1 crd crd n2 vmbx av-j vvi dt j n1, cc-acp c-crq pn31 vvz j p-acp pno32, pns32 vvi po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
142 and comply with the World, to avoid trouble. 2. By this also he separates the dross from the good mettal: and comply with the World, to avoid trouble. 2. By this also he separates the dross from the good metal: cc vvi p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1. crd p-acp d av pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
143 when the dirt is removed away the mettal indeed looks brighter, and makes a fairer shew, when the dirt is removed away the metal indeed looks Brighter, and makes a Fairer show, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av dt n1 av vvz jc, cc vvz dt jc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
144 but yet there is a great deal of dross and dregs in it, which render it less precious, but yet there is a great deal of dross and dregs in it, which render it less precious, cc-acp av pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n2 p-acp pn31, r-crq vvb pn31 av-dc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
145 and more unserviceable, but the fire melts that out, separares it, and leaves the rest by far more pure: and more unserviceable, but the fire melts that out, separares it, and leaves the rest by Far more pure: cc av-dc j, cc-acp dt n1 vvz cst av, vvz pn31, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp av-j av-dc j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
146 there may possibly be abundantly less of it, but that which is, is of a great deal more value; there may possibly be abundantly less of it, but that which is, is of a great deal more valve; pc-acp vmb av-j vbi av-j av-dc pp-f pn31, cc-acp cst r-crq vbz, vbz pp-f dt j n1 dc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
147 the people of God themselves have much of dross and corruption cleaving to them; the people of God themselves have much of dross and corruption cleaving to them; dt n1 pp-f np1 px32 vhb d pp-f n1 cc n1 vvg p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
148 and that especially in times of outward peace and prosperity, but when God brings a fiery tryal upon them, it refines and purgeth them: and that especially in times of outward peace and Prosperity, but when God brings a fiery trial upon them, it refines and Purgeth them: cc cst av-j p-acp n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1, cc-acp c-crq np1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp pno32, pn31 vvz cc vvz pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
149 this is the very design of God in these dispensations, Isai. 27. 9. By this shall the iniquity of Jacob be purged, this is the very Design of God in these dispensations, Isaiah 27. 9. By this shall the iniquity of Jacob be purged, d vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, np1 crd crd p-acp d vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
150 and all the fruit is to take away sin. and all the fruit is to take away since. cc d dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi av n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
151 And chap. 1. 25. I will turn my hand upon thee, and purely purge away thy dross, and take away thy tin. And chap. 1. 25. I will turn my hand upon thee, and purely purge away thy dross, and take away thy tin. cc n1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno21, cc av-j vvi av po21 n1, cc vvb av po21 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
152 3. Yea, and by this too, he melts down the good mettal: 3. Yea, and by this too, he melts down the good metal: crd uh, cc p-acp d av, pns31 vvz a-acp dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
153 the fire prepares and fits the mettal by melting to take any form, to be cast into any mold which the Founder designs: the fire prepares and fits the metal by melting to take any from, to be cast into any mould which the Founder designs: dt n1 vvz cc vvz dt n1 p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi d n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq dt n1 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
154 by sore afflictions the people of God are made more humble, and made pliable to any Command of God: by soar afflictions the people of God Are made more humble, and made pliable to any Command of God: p-acp j n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr vvn av-dc j, cc vvd j p-acp d n1 pp-f np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
155 they are sometimes stiffe and inflexible in dayes of prosperity, but now they subject themselues to the framing hand of God, they Are sometime stiff and inflexible in days of Prosperity, but now they Subject themselves to the framing hand of God, pns32 vbr av j cc j p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp av pns32 vvi px32 p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
156 and are ready to receiue his stamp and impression, Zech. 13. 9. I will refine them as silver, &c. and what then? why now they shall call on my name, and shall say the Lord is my God. and Are ready to receive his stamp and impression, Zechariah 13. 9. I will refine them as silver, etc. and what then? why now they shall call on my name, and shall say the Lord is my God. cc vbr j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1, av cc q-crq av? q-crq av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, cc vmb vvi dt n1 vbz po11 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
157 2. If we consider the procuring cause of it, and that is the sin and provocation of his people. 2. If we Consider the procuring cause of it, and that is the since and provocation of his people. crd cs pns12 vvb dt vvg n1 pp-f pn31, cc d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
158 Sometimes indeed God sends it meerly as probationary, so he did to Job, but usually there is something on our part, putting some sort of necessity upon God to proceed in this way with us: Sometime indeed God sends it merely as probationary, so he did to Job, but usually there is something on our part, putting Some sort of necessity upon God to proceed in this Way with us: av av np1 vvz pn31 av-j p-acp n1, av pns31 vdd p-acp np1, p-acp av-j a-acp vbz pi p-acp po12 n1, vvg d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
159 the Church of God here hath its converse in an evil World, where, by reason of the remainders of indwelling corruption, apt to take the infection of many temptations, they are contracting a great deal of filth and pollution, the Church of God Here hath its converse in an evil World, where, by reason of the remainders of indwelling corruption, apt to take the infection of many temptations, they Are contracting a great deal of filth and pollution, dt n1 pp-f np1 av vhz po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-crq, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-vvg n1, j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2, pns32 vbr vvg dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
160 so that their necessity seemeth to call for a fiery tryal, to burn off their cords of vanity, to purge and purifie them from these corruptions. so that their necessity seems to call for a fiery trial, to burn off their cords of vanity, to purge and purify them from these corruptions. av cst po32 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
161 They that are acquainted with their own hearts, and know how much they have dishonoured God in dayes of peace, quiet, They that Are acquainted with their own hearts, and know how much they have dishonoured God in days of peace, quiet, pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp po32 d n2, cc vvb c-crq av-d pns32 vhb vvn np1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
162 and liberty, will easily judge and acknowledge that it is not without very just ground, and good reason that he often brings trouble and persecution upon them. and liberty, will Easily judge and acknowledge that it is not without very just ground, and good reason that he often brings trouble and persecution upon them. cc n1, vmb av-j vvi cc vvi cst pn31 vbz xx p-acp av j n1, cc j n1 cst pns31 av vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
163 The Prophet therefore pleads it with the people of God, Jer. 2. 17. Hast thou not procured this unto thy self? & 4. 18. Thy way and thy doings have procured these things unto thee. The Prophet Therefore pleads it with the people of God, Jer. 2. 17. Hast thou not procured this unto thy self? & 4. 18. Thy Way and thy doings have procured these things unto thee. dt n1 av vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd vh2 pns21 xx vvn d p-acp po21 n1? cc crd crd po21 n1 cc po21 n2-vdg vhb vvn d n2 p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
164 3. If we look upon those that are the instrumental causes of it, which are Satan and wicked men, 3. If we look upon those that Are the instrumental Causes of it, which Are Satan and wicked men, crd cs pns12 vvb p-acp d cst vbr dt j n2 pp-f pn31, r-crq vbr np1 cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 3
165 neither herein will it appear wonderful; either, 1. That they are ready and forward to afflict and persecute the people of God: neither herein will it appear wondered; either, 1. That they Are ready and forward to afflict and persecute the people of God: av-dx av vmb pn31 vvi j; d, crd cst pns32 vbr j cc av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 3
166 he must needs be strangely unacquainted with their native malice, that thinks it is a strange thing: he must needs be strangely unacquainted with their native malice, that thinks it is a strange thing: pns31 vmb av vbi av-j j p-acp po32 j-jn n1, cst vvz pn31 vbz dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
167 it hath been a truth from the beginning, that the World ever hated the Church: it hath been a truth from the beginning, that the World ever hated the Church: pn31 vhz vbn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 av vvd dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
168 they hated Christ first, and thence it is no wonder if they hate his people too: they hated christ First, and thence it is no wonder if they hate his people too: pns32 vvd np1 ord, cc av pn31 vbz dx n1 cs pns32 vvb po31 n1 av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
169 our Saviour Christ to shew what entertainment his Disciples are to expect in the World, compares his people to Sheep among Wolves, Mat. 10. 16 Behold I send you forth as sheep in the midst of Wolves. our Saviour christ to show what entertainment his Disciples Are to expect in the World, compares his people to Sheep among Wolves, Mathew 10. 16 Behold I send you forth as sheep in the midst of Wolves. po12 n1 np1 pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 po31 n2 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2, np1 crd crd vvb pns11 vvb pn22 av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
170 And the Wolf seeks no other quarrel against the sheep, but that he is a sheep, And the Wolf seeks no other quarrel against the sheep, but that he is a sheep, cc dt n1 vvz dx j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp cst pns31 vbz dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
171 and if he can, will devour him, right or wrong: and if he can, will devour him, right or wrong: cc cs pns31 vmb, vmb vvi pno31, j-jn cc n-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
172 to be a servant of Jesus Christ, a sincere Professor of the Gospel, is enough to stir up the hate and malice of the World: to be a servant of jesus christ, a sincere Professor of the Gospel, is enough to stir up the hate and malice of the World: pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz av-d pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
173 Caius Sejus bonus homo, sed •hristianus, if they can in no other point charge them, yet this very name renders them odious: Caius Seius bonus homo, sed •hristianus, if they can in no other point charge them, yet this very name renders them odious: np1 np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, cs pns32 vmb p-acp dx j-jn n1 vvb pno32, av d j n1 vvz pno32 j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
174 its charge enough if they can charge them in the matters of their God: its charge enough if they can charge them in the matters of their God: pn31|vbz n1 av-d cs pns32 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
175 and we may as well wonder, why Serpents hate men, as why the old Serpents seed hate the seed of the Woman. nor, and we may as well wonder, why Serpents hate men, as why the old Serpents seed hate the seed of the Woman. nor, cc pns12 vmb a-acp av vvi, q-crq n2 vvb n2, c-acp c-crq dt j ng1 n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1. ccx, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
176 2. That God useth them as instruments, neither is this any wonder, since they are the fittest materials to make his rods of: 2. That God uses them as Instruments, neither is this any wonder, since they Are the Fittest materials to make his rods of: crd cst np1 vvz pno32 p-acp n2, av-dx vbz d d n1, c-acp pns32 vbr dt js n2-jn pc-acp vvi po31 n2 pp-f: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
177 these are rods which will smart most: their hatred makes them most ready to afflict and chastise the Church withal: these Are rods which will smart most: their hatred makes them most ready to afflict and chastise the Church withal: d vbr n2 r-crq vmb vvi av-ds: po32 n1 vvz dt av-ds j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
178 it is true, if they were principal agents, and left to act their own pleasure they were very unfit, it is true, if they were principal agents, and left to act their own pleasure they were very unfit, pn31 vbz j, cs pns32 vbdr j-jn n2, cc vvd pc-acp vvi po32 d n1 pns32 vbdr av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
179 for they think only of the ruine and desolation, but not of the tryal and reformation of the People of God; for they think only of the ruin and desolation, but not of the trial and Reformation of the People of God; c-acp pns32 vvb av-j pp-f dt n1 cc n1, cc-acp xx pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
180 but as instruments in the hand of God, they will make it smart, but cannot do any hurt: but as Instruments in the hand of God, they will make it smart, but cannot do any hurt: cc-acp c-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmb vvi pn31 n1, cc-acp vmbx vdi d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
181 agen, they are therein the fittest to make rods of, that when God hath done with them, again, they Are therein the Fittest to make rods of, that when God hath done with them, av, pns32 vbr av dt js pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f, cst c-crq np1 vhz vdn p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
182 and chastened his People by them, they may be thrown into the fire: and chastened his People by them, they may be thrown into the fire: cc vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
183 yea in this respect God makes eminent discovery of his infinite wisdome in the choice of Instruments, yea in this respect God makes eminent discovery of his infinite Wisdom in the choice of Instruments, uh p-acp d n1 np1 vvz j n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
184 because in this way he takes an advantage to prove the reality of his love to his people, Because in this Way he Takes an advantage to prove the reality of his love to his people, c-acp p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
185 then when he is most angry with them. then when he is most angry with them. av c-crq pns31 vbz av-ds j p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
186 It is therefore worthy our diligent observation, that though God be never so angry with his people, It is Therefore worthy our diligent observation, that though God be never so angry with his people, pn31 vbz av j po12 j n1, cst cs np1 vbb av-x av j p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
187 and cause his wrath to burn never so high against them, yet then he so loves them, that he will be avenged on the very Instruments of his displeasure upon them, and cause his wrath to burn never so high against them, yet then he so loves them, that he will be avenged on the very Instruments of his displeasure upon them, cc vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av-x av j p-acp pno32, av cs pns31 av vvz pno32, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
188 and therefore makes choice of his, and his Churches Enemies to punish them withal: and Therefore makes choice of his, and his Churches Enemies to Punish them withal: cc av vvz n1 pp-f png31, cc po31 ng1 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
189 why doth God call Babylon to come down and sit in the dust? Isai. 57. 1. we have the reason rendred in ver. 6. I was wrath with my people, why does God call Babylon to come down and fit in the dust? Isaiah 57. 1. we have the reason rendered in ver. 6. I was wrath with my people, q-crq vdz np1 vvi np1 p-acp vvb a-acp cc vvi p-acp dt n1? np1 crd crd zz vhb dt n1 vvn p-acp fw-la. crd pns11 vbds n1 p-acp po11 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
190 and gave them into thy hand, and thou hast shewn them no mercy. Though Babylon did no more then what God both intended and threatned: and gave them into thy hand, and thou hast shown them no mercy. Though Babylon did no more then what God both intended and threatened: cc vvd pno32 p-acp po21 n1, cc pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 dx n1. cs np1 vdd dx dc cs r-crq np1 d j-vvn cc vvd: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
191 there cannot be a more manifest token of men hated by God, and appointed to destruction, there cannot be a more manifest token of men hated by God, and appointed to destruction, a-acp vmbx vbi dt av-dc j n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp np1, cc vvn p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
192 then to be raised up to be persecutors and oppressors of the Church and People of God, whatever their iniquities and provocations may have been. then to be raised up to be persecutors and Oppressors's of the Church and People of God, whatever their iniquities and provocations may have been. cs pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp pc-acp vbi n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq po32 n2 cc n2 vmb vhi vbn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
193 4. If we consider the end of these fiery tryals, and that ariseth from the improvement which God, who is the prime agent in them, makes thereof, 4. If we Consider the end of these fiery trials, and that arises from the improvement which God, who is the prime agent in them, makes thereof, crd cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f d j n2, cc d vvz p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1, r-crq vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32, vvz av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
194 and it is to be discovered and observed by us in the operation; and it is to be discovered and observed by us in the operation; cc pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
195 the substance of it is, it is to make his people more humble, more holy, more serviceable to the glory of his own great Name, more profitable in their generation, the substance of it is, it is to make his people more humble, more holy, more serviceable to the glory of his own great Name, more profitable in their generation, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av-dc j, av-dc j, av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d j n1, av-dc j p-acp po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
196 and better fitted and prepared for the Kingdome of glory, Moses summs up all briefly, Deut. 8. 16. Where having given an account of the difficulties, and better fitted and prepared for the Kingdom of glory, Moses sums up all briefly, Deuteronomy 8. 16. Where having given an account of the difficulties, cc av-jc vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 n2 p-acp d av-j, np1 crd crd c-crq vhg vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
197 and fiery tryals which Israel met with in the Wilderness, he certifies them that the design of all these was only this, that he might humble thee, and fiery trials which Israel met with in the Wilderness, he certifies them that the Design of all these was only this, that he might humble thee, cc j n2 r-crq np1 vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz pno32 d dt n1 pp-f d d vbds av-j d, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno21, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
198 and that he might prove thee, to do thee good in thy latter end. 2. It is prejudicial to the People of God: and that he might prove thee, to do thee good in thy latter end. 2. It is prejudicial to the People of God: cc cst pns31 vmd vvi pno21, pc-acp vdi pno21 j p-acp po21 d n1. crd pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
199 for them to place such an account upon the fiery tryal is much to their disadvantage: for that, for them to place such an account upon the fiery trial is much to their disadvantage: for that, p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi d dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vbz av-d p-acp po32 n1: c-acp cst, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
200 1. It tempts us to rob God of that glory which is his due, and we ought to give him in the fires: 1. It tempts us to rob God of that glory which is his endue, and we ought to give him in the fires: crd pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi np1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz po31 n-jn, cc pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 3
201 God expects to be glorified by his people, but whiles we look with amazement, and these things astonish us,, we are more ready to dishonour him, by calling his wisdome, love, goodness, truth, &c. into question, God expects to be glorified by his people, but while we look with amazement, and these things astonish us,, we Are more ready to dishonour him, by calling his Wisdom, love, Goodness, truth, etc. into question, np1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc d n2 vvi pno12,, pns12 vbr av-dc j pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp vvg po31 n1, n1, n1, n1, av p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 3
202 if we count the fiery tryal strange, we shall answerably have strange thoughts of God, and hard thoughts of Religion, so he, Psal. 73. 13. & 77. 8, 9. 2. It will wonderfully weaken our Faith in God, our trust and reliance on his promises, it confounds faith when a soul knows not what to make of things: if we count the fiery trial strange, we shall answerably have strange thoughts of God, and hard thoughts of Religion, so he, Psalm 73. 13. & 77. 8, 9. 2. It will wonderfully weaken our Faith in God, our trust and reliance on his promises, it confounds faith when a soul knows not what to make of things: cs pns12 vvb dt j n1 j, pns12 vmb av-j vhi j n2 pp-f np1, cc j n2 pp-f n1, av pns31, np1 crd crd cc crd crd, crd crd pn31 vmb av-j vvi po12 n1 p-acp np1, po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n2, pn31 vvz n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz xx r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 3
203 while Jonah is amazed, he begins to draw up a conclusion of desperation, then I said I am cast out of thy sight, Jon. 2. 4. Faith must have its evidence, Heb. 11. 1. which is lost in these transports. while Jonah is amazed, he begins to draw up a conclusion of desperation, then I said I am cast out of thy sighed, Jon. 2. 4. Faith must have its evidence, Hebrew 11. 1. which is lost in these transports. cs np1 vbz vvn, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av pns11 vvd pns11 vbm vvn av pp-f po21 n1, np1 crd crd n1 vmb vhi po31 n1, np1 crd crd r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
204 3. It will fill the soul full of jealousies and strange suspitions, ready to say of every cross and trouble, this is certainly against me: 3. It will fill the soul full of jealousies and strange suspicions, ready to say of every cross and trouble, this is Certainly against me: crd pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 j pp-f n2 cc j n2, j pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1 cc vvi, d vbz av-j p-acp pno11: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
205 he will take all for Enemies, and think God so too, and say as he, thou settest me for thine enemie. he will take all for Enemies, and think God so too, and say as he, thou settest me for thine enemy. pns31 vmb vvi d p-acp n2, cc vvb np1 av av, cc vvb c-acp pns31, pns21 vv2 pno11 p-acp po21 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
206 4. It will make the tryal by these means far more grievous and hard to bear, it will fret and vex the Soul, raise disquietments and discontents; 4. It will make the trial by these means Far more grievous and hard to bear, it will fret and vex the Soul, raise disquietments and discontents; crd pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2 av-j av-dc j cc av-j pc-acp vvi, pn31 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1, vvb n2 cc n2-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 3
207 we shall behave our selves like Ephraim, as a bullock unaccustomed to the yoke, Jer. 31. 28. here is the very reason of all the unruly carriages of the people of God at any time under their afflictions, we shall behave our selves like Ephraim, as a bullock unaccustomed to the yoke, Jer. 31. 28. Here is the very reason of all the unruly carriages of the people of God At any time under their afflictions, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 av-j np1, c-acp dt n1 j p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd av vbz dt j n1 pp-f d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 3
208 because they have not a right apprehension and opinion of them. Because they have not a right apprehension and opinion of them. c-acp pns32 vhb xx dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 3
209 5. And from all these, we render our selves exceeding uncapable of receiving Counsel, or Comfort: 5. And from all these, we render our selves exceeding uncapable of receiving Counsel, or Comfort: crd cc p-acp d d, pns12 vvb po12 n2 av-vvg j pp-f vvg n1, cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
210 if God send us advise, we cannot hear it, if consolation, we cannot receive it: if God send us Advice, we cannot hear it, if consolation, we cannot receive it: cs np1 vvb pno12 vvi, pns12 vmbx vvi pn31, cs n1, pns12 vmbx vvi pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
211 thus we read, Exod. 6. 9. Moses spake unto the Children of Israel, but they hearkened not unto Moses, thus we read, Exod 6. 9. Moses spoke unto the Children of Israel, but they harkened not unto Moses, av pns12 vvb, np1 crd crd np1 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp pns32 vvd xx p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
212 for anguish of spirit, and for cruel bondage. for anguish of Spirit, and for cruel bondage. p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
213 Now all these things damnifie us, & so prevent that good which otherwise we might derive to our selves from these exercises, how sharp soever. Now all these things damnify us, & so prevent that good which otherwise we might derive to our selves from these exercises, how sharp soever. av d d n2 vvi pno12, cc av vvi d j r-crq av pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp d n2, c-crq j av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
214 Use. To wave other things, let me apply this truth for the helping of our faith unto a suitable improvement of the fiery tryal which any of the people of God are at this day labouring under; Use. To wave other things, let me apply this truth for the helping of our faith unto a suitable improvement of the fiery trial which any of the people of God Are At this day labouring under; n1. pc-acp vvi j-jn n2, vvb pno11 vvi d n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 r-crq d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
215 and which we our selves also have weighty reasons to live in the continual expectation of; and which we our selves also have weighty Reasons to live in the continual expectation of; cc r-crq pns12 po12 n2 av vhb j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
216 that so we may not so think of it, or entertain it as a strange thing: that so we may not so think of it, or entertain it as a strange thing: cst av pns12 vmb xx av vvi pp-f pn31, cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
217 and to that end that we may have a right judgement, and soul satisfying apprehension of it, let us diligently and prudently compare the works of Gods providence, with those intimations which are given us in his word, and to that end that we may have a right judgement, and soul satisfying apprehension of it, let us diligently and prudently compare the works of God's providence, with those intimations which Are given us in his word, cc p-acp d n1 cst pns12 vmb vhi dt j-jn n1, cc n1 vvg n1 pp-f pn31, vvb pno12 av-j cc av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr vvn pno12 p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
218 and it will afford us a true and a full discovery of the true meaning of these things, and that in both respects. and it will afford us a true and a full discovery of the true meaning of these things, and that in both respects. cc pn31 vmb vvi pno12 dt j cc dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d n2, cc cst p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
219 1. It may satisfie us in regard of that sore persecution which is at this day upon divers of the Protestant Churches abroad: 1. It may satisfy us in regard of that soar persecution which is At this day upon diverse of the Protestant Churches abroad: crd pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n1 pp-f cst j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp d n1 p-acp j pp-f dt n1 n2 av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
220 we hear of many sad and sorrowful calamities which by the malice of Satan, and rage of men, are brought upon that cause, we hear of many sad and sorrowful calamities which by the malice of Satan, and rage of men, Are brought upon that cause, pns12 vvb pp-f d j cc j n2 r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 pp-f n2, vbr vvn p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
221 and are ready to sit down as men amused, wondering why this is, and wherefore God suffers it, and Are ready to fit down as men amused, wondering why this is, and Wherefore God suffers it, cc vbr j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n2 vvn, vvg c-crq d vbz, cc c-crq np1 vvz pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
222 how Jesus Christ can bear it: how jesus christ can bear it: c-crq np1 np1 vmb vvi pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
223 let me assure you, it is not because God doth not own and approve of that cause; let me assure you, it is not Because God does not own and approve of that cause; vvb pno11 vvi pn22, pn31 vbz xx c-acp np1 vdz xx d cc vvi pp-f d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
224 it is his own, he hath born, and will bear witness to it; it is his own, he hath born, and will bear witness to it; pn31 vbz po31 d, pns31 vhz vvn, cc vmb vvi n1 p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
225 it is the cause which shall stand when all other shall come tumbling down into ruine: it is the cause which shall stand when all other shall come tumbling down into ruin: pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi c-crq d j-jn vmb vvi vvg a-acp p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
226 nor is it because God hath cast off his people whom he hath chosen; for his love to his Saints is unchangeable, inviolable: nor is it Because God hath cast off his people whom he hath chosen; for his love to his Saints is unchangeable, inviolable: ccx vbz pn31 p-acp np1 vhz vvn a-acp po31 n1 ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn; p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2 vbz j-u, j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
227 nor is it because he approves of, or takes delight in the contrary prevailing interest, nor is it Because he approves of, or Takes delight in the contrary prevailing Interest, ccx vbz pn31 c-acp pns31 vvz pp-f, cc vvz n1 p-acp dt n-jn j-vvg n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
228 though they indeed make their boast of their successes, and pretend the offering up the liberties and lives of Gods people, to be a sacrifice of thanksgiving therefore; no; though they indeed make their boast of their Successes, and pretend the offering up the Liberties and lives of God's people, to be a sacrifice of thanksgiving Therefore; no; cs pns32 av vvi po32 n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc vvb dt n-vvg a-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 av; uh-dx; (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
229 Gods curse is on them and their cause, and in due time their foot shall slide, It is then none of these; But, God's curse is on them and their cause, and in due time their foot shall slide, It is then none of these; But, ng1 n1 vbz p-acp pno32 cc po32 n1, cc p-acp j-jn n1 po32 n1 vmb vvi, pn31 vbz av pix pp-f d; cc-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
230 1. The Scripture tells us of a time wherein Satan is to be let loose, in which he will rage extreamly against the Church, Rev. 1•. 12. and these are some of those dayes wherein these things are to have their accomplishment, 1. The Scripture tells us of a time wherein Satan is to be let lose, in which he will rage extremely against the Church, Rev. 1•. 12. and these Are Some of those days wherein these things Are to have their accomplishment, crd dt n1 vvz pno12 pp-f dt n1 c-crq np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn j, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi av-jn p-acp dt n1, n1 n1. crd cc d vbr d pp-f d n2 c-crq d n2 vbr pc-acp vhi po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
231 as relating to the persecutions which Antichrist was to raise and continue against the Saints of the most High. as relating to the persecutions which Antichrist was to raise and continue against the Saints of the most High. c-acp vvg p-acp dt n2 r-crq np1 vbds pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt av-ds j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
232 It is true that the rage and malice of Satan and his Instruments are alwayes eagerly bent to ruine the Church; It is true that the rage and malice of Satan and his Instruments Are always eagerly bent to ruin the Church; pn31 vbz j cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n2 vbr av av-j vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
233 yet are they tyed up by the Sovereign Almighty Power of God, who stilleth the noise of the seas, yet Are they tied up by the Sovereign Almighty Power of God, who stilleth the noise of the Seas, av vbr pns32 vvn a-acp p-acp dt j-jn j-jn n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
234 and the tumults of the people; and the tumults of the people; cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
235 yet if he please to give them leave, and lengthen their chain of restraint, as he did in Jobs case, they will vent it to the utmost of their advantage and opportunity: yet if he please to give them leave, and lengthen their chain of restraint, as he did in Jobs case, they will vent it to the utmost of their advantage and opportunity: av cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi, cc vvi po32 n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp n2 n1, pns32 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt j pp-f po32 n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
236 it is a certain truth, that Satan and his Agents have no other stint or bounds of their malice then the limits of divine permission, they ever do as much as they can, it is a certain truth, that Satan and his Agents have no other stint or bounds of their malice then the Limits of divine permission, they ever do as much as they can, pn31 vbz dt j n1, cst np1 cc po31 n2 vhb dx j-jn n1 cc n2 pp-f po32 n1 av dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, pns32 av vdb c-acp d c-acp pns32 vmb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
237 & that they do no more is because God hath an hook in their nosthrils; & that they do no more is Because God hath an hook in their nostrils; cc cst pns32 vdb dx dc vbz p-acp np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
238 now God doth sometimes, for ends infinitely wise, give them leave to do a great deal, now God does sometime, for ends infinitely wise, give them leave to do a great deal, av np1 vdz av, c-acp n2 av-j j, vvb pno32 vvi pc-acp vdi dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
239 and vent abundance of their spleen against his People. and vent abundance of their spleen against his People. cc vvi n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
240 2. God wills that at sometimes the truth be sealed to by the sufferings of his own people, 2. God wills that At sometime the truth be sealed to by the sufferings of his own people, crd np1 vvz cst p-acp av dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
241 as well as owned by their Profession, that he may make the fulfilling of that truth gloriously resplendent, Mat. 16. 18. The gates of Hell shall not prevail against it. as well as owned by their Profession, that he may make the fulfilling of that truth gloriously resplendent, Mathew 16. 18. The gates of Hell shall not prevail against it. c-acp av c-acp vvd p-acp po32 n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt j-vvg pp-f d n1 av-j j, np1 crd crd dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
242 The truth of the Gospel is never more honoured in the World, then by faith and patience of suffering Saints; The truth of the Gospel is never more honoured in the World, then by faith and patience of suffering Saints; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-x av-dc vvn p-acp dt n1, av p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
243 they then glorifie God, and his name is magnified, when his honour, and the profession of his name, they then Glorify God, and his name is magnified, when his honour, and the profession of his name, pns32 av vvi np1, cc po31 n1 vbz vvn, c-crq po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
244 and vindication of his truth is more dear and precious to them then their own lives, and vindication of his truth is more dear and precious to them then their own lives, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz av-dc j-jn cc j p-acp pno32 av po32 d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
245 and they can readily sacrifice them, in the defense of it: and they can readily sacrifice them, in the defence of it: cc pns32 vmb av-j vvi pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
246 hereby their faith appears in its vigour, and it is seen how powerful the spirit of God in them is ▪ the tryal of their faith is a most precious thing, better then that of gold, 1 Pet. 1. 6. 7. and herein the excellency of divine love makes it self eminent, in that many waters cannot quench it. hereby their faith appears in its vigour, and it is seen how powerful the Spirit of God in them is ▪ the trial of their faith is a most precious thing, better then that of gold, 1 Pet. 1. 6. 7. and herein the excellency of divine love makes it self eminent, in that many waters cannot quench it. av po32 n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc pn31 vbz vvn c-crq j dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 vbz ▪ dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbz dt av-ds j n1, jc cs d pp-f n1, crd np1 crd crd crd cc av dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vvz pn31 n1 j, p-acp d d n2 vmbx vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
247 3. It is certain that the Protestant Churches abroad in the World have given God a great deal of provocation, by manifold enormities and scandals that have discovered themselves shamefully amongst them. 3. It is certain that the Protestant Churches abroad in the World have given God a great deal of provocation, by manifold enormities and scandals that have discovered themselves shamefully among them. crd pn31 vbz j cst dt n1 n2 av p-acp dt n1 vhb vvn np1 dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j n2 cc n2 cst vhb vvn px32 av-j p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
248 If the judgement of those be right, who conjecture the seven Churches in Asia, to whom John wrote, Rev. 2, If the judgement of those be right, who conjecture the seven Churches in Asia, to whom John wrote, Rev. 2, cs dt n1 pp-f d vbb j-jn, r-crq vvb dt crd n2 p-acp np1, p-acp ro-crq np1 vvd, n1 crd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
249 & 3. do stand for an emblem of the uarious estate of the Church to the Worlds end, they seem now in these dayes to be fallen under the last and worst paettrn, lukewarm Laodicea: it is too true and manifest, that there is but a little true zeal stirring for the glory of God; & 3. doe stand for an emblem of the various estate of the Church to the World's end, they seem now in these days to be fallen under the last and worst paettrn, lukewarm Laodicea: it is too true and manifest, that there is but a little true zeal stirring for the glory of God; cc crd n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, pns32 vvb av p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt ord cc js n1, j np1: pn31 vbz av j cc j, cst pc-acp vbz p-acp dt j j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
250 though there be abundance of formality: though there be abundance of formality: cs pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
251 there is but a very little of the power of godliness to be seen, but a great many wickednesses growing and abounding: there is but a very little of the power of godliness to be seen, but a great many Wickednesses growing and abounding: pc-acp vbz p-acp dt j j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp dt j d n2 vvg cc vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
252 such prophanation of Gods holy Sabbaths, that in many places they are disowned, and the morality of the fourth Commandment not only called into dispute, but wholly renounced; such profanation of God's holy Sabbaths, that in many places they Are disowned, and the morality of the fourth Commandment not only called into dispute, but wholly renounced; d n1 pp-f npg1 j n2, cst p-acp d n2 pns32 vbr vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 xx av-j vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp av-jn vvd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
253 abundance of covetousness, uncleanness, prophaness, and many other provoking sins, such as an holy God, will not, cannot bear in a people that are called by his name: abundance of covetousness, uncleanness, profaneness, and many other provoking Sins, such as an holy God, will not, cannot bear in a people that Are called by his name: n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, cc d j-jn j-vvg n2, d c-acp dt j np1, vmb xx, vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 cst vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
254 they therefore stood in need of a fiery tryal to purge and refine them: they Therefore stood in need of a fiery trial to purge and refine them: pns32 av vvd p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
255 they have gathered abundance of dirt and dross, and it is not a small fire that will burn it off, and melt it out: they have gathered abundance of dirt and dross, and it is not a small fire that will burn it off, and melt it out: pns32 vhb vvn n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc pn31 vbz xx dt j n1 cst vmb vvi pn31 a-acp, cc vvi pn31 av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
256 and therefore at such times God is wont to set up his furnace, and provide hot coals for it, cruel and bloody instruments, to execute his just displeasure upon his own people by: and Therefore At such times God is wont to Set up his furnace, and provide hight coals for it, cruel and bloody Instruments, to execute his just displeasure upon his own people by: cc av p-acp d n2 np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1, cc vvi j n2 p-acp pn31, j cc j n2, pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
257 thus he threatens Israel in case of Apostasie, Deut. 28. 49, 50. The Lord shall bring upon thee a nation, &c. a nation of fierce countenance, which shall not regard the person of the old, thus he threatens Israel in case of Apostasy, Deuteronomy 28. 49, 50. The Lord shall bring upon thee a Nation, etc. a Nation of fierce countenance, which shall not regard the person of the old, av pns31 vvz np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno21 dt n1, av dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
258 and shew favour to the young. and show favour to the young. cc vvi n1 p-acp dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
259 4. There is a time of reformation expected, and waited for by the people of God, 4. There is a time of Reformation expected, and waited for by the people of God, crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn, cc vvd p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
260 and it is hoped not to be far off; and this is the very way in which God hath purposed to bring it about: and it is hoped not to be Far off; and this is the very Way in which God hath purposed to bring it about: cc pn31 vbz vvn xx pc-acp vbi av-j a-acp; cc d vbz dt j n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
261 when the Lord speaks of the happy reformation of the people of the Jews, he propounds such a method as this to do it in, Zech. 13. 8, 9. two parts therein shall cut off, when the Lord speaks of the happy Reformation of the people of the jews, he propounds such a method as this to do it in, Zechariah 13. 8, 9. two parts therein shall Cut off, c-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt np2, pns31 vvz d dt n1 c-acp d pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp, np1 crd crd, crd crd n2 av vmb vvi a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
262 and die, and the third part shall be left therein, and I will bring the third part through the fire, &c. Gods work of reformation, and die, and the third part shall be left therein, and I will bring the third part through the fire, etc. God's work of Reformation, cc vvi, cc dt ord n1 vmb vbi vvn av, cc pns11 vmb vvi dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1, av npg1 n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
263 as it is a glorious, so also it is a terrible work, a work which but a few will be able to endure: as it is a glorious, so also it is a terrible work, a work which but a few will be able to endure: c-acp pn31 vbz dt j, av av pn31 vbz dt j n1, dt n1 r-crq p-acp dt d vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
264 it is very probable that two thirds when they come near the fire, and begin to feel it scorch, will not bear it, but seek to avoid it: it is very probable that two thirds when they come near the fire, and begin to feel it scorch, will not bear it, but seek to avoid it: pn31 vbz av j cst crd ord c-crq pns32 vvb av-j dt n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi, vmb xx vvi pn31, cc-acp vvb pc-acp vvi pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
265 and thus we hear of many thousands in France that are daily renouncing the Protestant cause, and thus we hear of many thousands in France that Are daily renouncing the Protestant cause, cc av pns12 vvb pp-f d crd p-acp np1 cst vbr av-j vvg dt n1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
266 and coming over to Popery, through fear and cowardize: and coming over to Popery, through Fear and cowardice: cc vvg a-acp p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
267 and the other third part they must pass through the fire that they may be reformed, that when they are tryed, they may come forth as Gold: and the other third part they must pass through the fire that they may be reformed, that when they Are tried, they may come forth as Gold: cc dt j-jn ord n1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cst c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, pns32 vmb vvi av p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
268 and is there any strange thing in all this? hence therefore, that we may be settled and not shaken, let us carefully build upon these conclusions. and is there any strange thing in all this? hence Therefore, that we may be settled and not shaken, let us carefully built upon these conclusions. cc vbz pc-acp d j n1 p-acp d d? av av, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn cc xx vvn, vvb pno12 av-j vvi p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
269 1. That the fiery tryal is intended only to try the Saints. it is not brought to destroy them, but only to refine and purifie them: 1. That the fiery trial is intended only to try the Saints. it is not brought to destroy them, but only to refine and purify them: crd cst dt j n1 vbz vvn av-j pc-acp vvi dt n2. pn31 vbz xx vvn pc-acp vvi pno32, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
270 were believers thoroughly perswaded of what God meaneth, by these things, they would not be so liable to those frights and amazements which distract and disturb them: were believers thoroughly persuaded of what God means, by these things, they would not be so liable to those frights and amazements which distract and disturb them: vbr n2 av-j vvn pp-f r-crq np1 vvz, p-acp d n2, pns32 vmd xx vbi av j p-acp d n2 cc n2 r-crq vvb cc vvi pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
271 our Text fortifies this conclusion, restraining them to this proper end and purpose. 2. That God overrules all instruments: our Text fortifies this conclusion, restraining them to this proper end and purpose. 2. That God overrules all Instruments: po12 n1 vvz d n1, vvg pno32 p-acp d j n1 cc n1. crd cst np1 vvz d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
272 yea, though, as they are rational agents, and causes by counsel of their own actions, they design nothing but mischief, yea, though, as they Are rational agents, and Causes by counsel of their own actions, they Design nothing but mischief, uh, cs, c-acp pns32 vbr j n2, cc n2 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 d n2, pns32 vvb pix cc-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 3
273 yet he will use them as meer instruments in his hand, not to gain their own projected ends, yet he will use them as mere Instruments in his hand, not to gain their own projected ends, av pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp j n2 p-acp po31 n1, xx pc-acp vvi po32 d vvd n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 3
274 but his, which they neither know nor design: they shall but do his pleasure, and not their own, Isai. 10 7. Ah Assyrian! the rod of my anger: but his, which they neither know nor Design: they shall but do his pleasure, and not their own, Isaiah 10 7. Ah assyrian! the rod of my anger: cc-acp png31, r-crq pns32 d vvb ccx n1: pns32 vmb cc-acp vdb po31 n1, cc xx po32 d, np1 crd crd uh np1! dt n1 pp-f po11 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 3
275 what can a rod do without an hand to manage it? no more can they but as God improves them: what can a rod do without an hand to manage it? no more can they but as God improves them: r-crq vmb dt n1 vdb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31? av-dx dc vmb pns32 cc-acp p-acp np1 vvz pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 3
276 we look too much on men, and think their power is great, and rage implacable, we look too much on men, and think their power is great, and rage implacable, pns12 vvb av av-d p-acp n2, cc vvi po32 n1 vbz j, cc vvi j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 3
277 and now what are we not to expect to suffer? but remember, their wrath shall but serve to praise God, and now what Are we not to expect to suffer? but Remember, their wrath shall but serve to praise God, cc av q-crq vbr pns12 xx pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi? cc-acp vvb, po32 n1 vmb cc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 3
278 and the remainder he will restrain. 3. That Gods people, though in the furnace, are yet very precious to him; and the remainder he will restrain. 3. That God's people, though in the furnace, Are yet very precious to him; cc dt n1 pns31 vmb vvi. crd cst ng1 n1, cs p-acp dt n1, vbr av av j p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 3
279 yea that he chuseth them in the furnace: Israel in affliction is often tempted to say, My God hath forgotten me; yea that he chooseth them in the furnace: Israel in affliction is often tempted to say, My God hath forgotten me; uh cst pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1: np1 p-acp n1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi, po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 3
280 but God assures us that it is far otherwise: but God assures us that it is Far otherwise: p-acp np1 vvz pno12 cst pn31 vbz av-j av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 3
281 they are then as tender to him as the sucking child is to the pitiful Mother: they Are then as tender to him as the sucking child is to the pitiful Mother: pns32 vbr av p-acp j p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 3
282 you see how God thus expostulates the case with Zion in this regard, Isai. 49, 14, 15, 16. you see how God thus expostulates the case with Zion in this regard, Isaiah 49, 14, 15, 16. pn22 vvb c-crq np1 av vvz dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd, crd, crd, crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 3
283 4. That the fiery tryal shall not be alwayes, but only for the appointed time, until it hath wrought out Gods gracious ends, and then deliverance shall come: 4. That the fiery trial shall not be always, but only for the appointed time, until it hath wrought out God's gracious ends, and then deliverance shall come: crd cst dt j n1 vmb xx vbi av, cc-acp av-j c-acp dt j-vvn n1, c-acp pn31 vhz vvn av npg1 j n2, cc av n1 vmb vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 3
284 God will not suffer the rod of the wicked to be alwayes in the lot of the righteous, he knows that if he should, the spirit which he hath given us, would fail and faint; God will not suffer the rod of the wicked to be always in the lot of the righteous, he knows that if he should, the Spirit which he hath given us, would fail and faint; np1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vbi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, pns31 vvz d cs pns31 vmd, dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12, vmd vvi cc vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 3
285 he hath therefore promised that he will not contend for ever, nor be alwayes wroth, Isai. 57 17. 5. That during all that season wherein his people are in the furnace, he sits by and tends it. he hath Therefore promised that he will not contend for ever, nor be always wroth, Isaiah 57 17. 5. That during all that season wherein his people Are in the furnace, he sits by and tends it. pns31 vhz av vvn d pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp av, ccx vbi av j, np1 crd crd crd cst p-acp d cst n1 c-crq po31 n1 vbr p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz p-acp cc vvz pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 3
286 He sits as a Refiner, Mal. 3. 3. sitting notes a fixed posture; He sits as a Refiner, Malachi 3. 3. sitting notes a fixed posture; pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd vvg n2 dt j-vvn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
287 intimating that God doth not only come now and then, and occasionally take notice how the fire burns, intimating that God does not only come now and then, and occasionally take notice how the fire burns, vvg cst np1 vdz xx av-j vvi av cc av, cc av-j vvb n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
288 and mettal melts, having mean while other things to divert and divide his care; and metal melts, having mean while other things to divert and divide his care; cc n1 vvz, vhg j n1 j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
289 but that he makes it his work and business to tend it, and therefore tarries constantly by it; but that he makes it his work and business to tend it, and Therefore tarries constantly by it; cc-acp cst pns31 vvz pn31 po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc av vvz av-j p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
290 he throws in every coal with his own hand, and not one coal more then is meet and useful for the work. he throws in every coal with his own hand, and not one coal more then is meet and useful for the work. pns31 vvz p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 d n1, cc xx crd n1 av-dc cs vbz j cc j p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
291 He useth his skill to make it melt down, and become fit for his Mold; he humbleth his people, and reforms them by their tryals, puts a virtue into them, He uses his skill to make it melt down, and become fit for his Mould; he Humbleth his people, and reforms them by their trials, puts a virtue into them, pns31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi a-acp, cc vvi j p-acp po31 n1; pns31 vvz po31 n1, cc vvz pno32 p-acp po32 n2, vvz dt n1 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
292 or gives a blessing with them, whereby effectually and powerfully their corrections become instructions to them, or gives a blessing with them, whereby effectually and powerfully their corrections become instructions to them, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp pno32, c-crq av-j cc av-j po32 n2 vvn n2 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
293 and they are made the better by them: and they Are made the better by them: cc pns32 vbr vvn dt jc p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
294 yea they are fitted and prepared to be taken out of the furnace again, and be vessels of honour, imployed in the service of their Lord and Master. yea they Are fitted and prepared to be taken out of the furnace again, and be vessels of honour, employed in the service of their Lord and Master. uh pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1 av, cc vbb n2 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
295 From hence therefore we may be directed both how and what to pray at this day in the behalf of the Persecuted Church of Christ abroad in the World. From hence Therefore we may be directed both how and what to pray At this day in the behalf of the Persecuted Church of christ abroad in the World. p-acp av av pns12 vmb vbi vvn av-d c-crq cc r-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvn n1 pp-f np1 av p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
296 1. How to pray for them, i. e. in Faith; when a thing seems strange to us, it stirs up unbelief: 1. How to pray for them, i. e. in Faith; when a thing seems strange to us, it stirs up unbelief: crd c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, sy. sy. p-acp n1; c-crq dt n1 vvz j p-acp pno12, pn31 vvz a-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 3
297 when men cannot tell what to make of these providences which are in their view, they know not how to believe; when men cannot tell what to make of these providences which Are in their view, they know not how to believe; c-crq n2 vmbx vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f d n2 r-crq vbr p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 3
298 they know not where to fix their faith: they know not where to fix their faith: pns32 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi po32 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 3
299 but when a child of God sees the evidence of things, he hath now the reason of his confidence before him. 2. What to pray: but when a child of God sees the evidence of things, he hath now the reason of his confidence before him. 2. What to pray: cc-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, pns31 vhz av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno31. crd q-crq pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 3
300 it will teach us not to over hasten God in his work, but to leave him to his leisure, who in infinite wisdome knows what he hath to do: it will teach us not to over hasten God in his work, but to leave him to his leisure, who in infinite Wisdom knows what he hath to do: pn31 vmb vvi pno12 xx p-acp p-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq p-acp j n1 vvz r-crq pns31 vhz pc-acp vdi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
301 when the fiery tryal looks strange, all we can think of, is the removal and taking of it away, when the fiery trial looks strange, all we can think of, is the removal and taking of it away, c-crq dt j n1 vvz j, d pns12 vmb vvi pp-f, vbz dt n1 cc vvg pp-f pn31 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
302 and we cannot tell how to pray to God for any thing else, because we can see no good in the affliction: and we cannot tell how to pray to God for any thing Else, Because we can see no good in the affliction: cc pns12 vmbx vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 av, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi dx j p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
303 but when we are acquainted with the author, nature, and end of all these tryals, it will direct us first of all to pray that God would sanctifie it for the cleansing of his Churches; but when we Are acquainted with the author, nature, and end of all these trials, it will Direct us First of all to pray that God would sanctify it for the cleansing of his Churches; cc-acp c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f d d n2, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 ord pp-f d pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
304 that he would purifie sons of Levi and reform the Protestant Profession in the World: the Church most of all needs our Prayers at this day, on this account; that he would purify Sons of Levi and reform the Protestant Profession in the World: the Church most of all needs our Prayers At this day, on this account; cst pns31 vmd vvi n2 pp-f np1 cc vvi dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1: dt n1 av-ds pp-f d vvz po12 n2 p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
305 and then we may wait upon God for their deliverance. and then we may wait upon God for their deliverance. cc cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
306 2. It may advise us not to think it a strange or unlikely thing, that we our selves may be brought under the fi•ry tryal, I am sure there are many awful symptomes of it, 2. It may Advice us not to think it a strange or unlikely thing, that we our selves may be brought under the fi•ry trial, I am sure there Are many awful symptoms of it, crd pn31 vmb vvi pno12 xx pc-acp vvi pn31 dt j cc j n1, cst pns12 po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vbr d j n2 pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
307 and more from time to time: and more from time to time: cc av-dc p-acp n1 p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
308 yea we are likely enough to pull it down upon our own heads by our foolish divisions, and strange indiscretions: yea we Are likely enough to pull it down upon our own Heads by our foolish divisions, and strange indiscretions: uh pns12 vbr j av-d pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp po12 d n2 p-acp po12 j n2, cc j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
309 and ready enough we are to censure and charge one another in this kind; but there is an higher hand moving all these lesser wheels: and ready enough we Are to censure and charge one Another in this kind; but there is an higher hand moving all these lesser wheels: cc j av-d pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi cc vvi pi j-jn p-acp d n1; cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt jc n1 vvg d d jc n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
310 and if we would look aright, the thing which should mostly aw and affect us is this, that we are become degenerate, we have backslidden and gone aside from God, we have lost our first love, we are grown dirty and drossie, obstinate and hard-hearted, and unwilling to be reclaimed: and if we would look aright, the thing which should mostly awe and affect us is this, that we Are become degenerate, we have backslidden and gone aside from God, we have lost our First love, we Are grown dirty and drossy, obstinate and hardhearted, and unwilling to be reclaimed: cc cs pns12 vmd vvi av, dt n1 r-crq vmd j n1 cc vvb pno12 vbz d, cst pns12 vbr vvn j, pns12 vhb vvn cc vvn av p-acp np1, pns12 vhb vvn po12 ord n1, pns12 vbr vvn j cc j, j cc j, cc j pc-acp vbi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
311 if therefore God should withdraw from us, and leave our publick affairs to miscarry in our hands, I would say it is of the Lord, that he might fulfil the words of his Ministers, that told and warned us of dayes of great calamity approaching; if Therefore God should withdraw from us, and leave our public affairs to miscarry in our hands, I would say it is of the Lord, that he might fulfil the words of his Ministers, that told and warned us of days of great calamity approaching; cs av np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno12, cc vvb po12 j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, pns11 vmd vvi pn31 vbz pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, cst vvd cc vvn pno12 pp-f n2 pp-f j n1 vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
312 because we would not hear them, and return to our God: and let all such as fear God ponder of these things; Because we would not hear them, and return to our God: and let all such as Fear God ponder of these things; c-acp pns12 vmd xx vvi pno32, cc vvi p-acp po12 n1: cc vvb d d c-acp n1 np1 vvi pp-f d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
313 look for, and see abundant reason to expect a winnowing time, a time of burning, a day of great tryal, that when it comes, you may not be taken at unawares, look for, and see abundant reason to expect a winnowing time, a time of burning, a day of great trial, that when it comes, you may not be taken At unawares, vvb p-acp, cc vvi j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg n1, dt n1 pp-f vvg, dt n1 pp-f j n1, cst c-crq pn31 vvz, pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
314 or (judging it a strange thing) be surprized with undue terrors and frights; but may with quietness and patience submit to the work of God in it: or (judging it a strange thing) be surprised with undue terrors and frights; but may with quietness and patience submit to the work of God in it: cc (vvg pn31 dt j n1) vbb vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2; cc-acp vmb p-acp n1 cc n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
315 so shall you endure the tryal, and not be burnt up, as chaffe and drosse, by it, so shall you endure the trial, and not be burned up, as chaff and dross, by it, av vmb pn22 vvi dt n1, cc xx vbi vvn a-acp, c-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
316 but be brought out of it again with joy and glorying, inasmuch as it shall be accounted to you for a fi••ing up of the sufferings of Christ, but be brought out of it again with joy and glorying, inasmuch as it shall be accounted to you for a fi••ing up of the sufferings of christ, cc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f pn31 av p-acp n1 cc vvg, av c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
317 and shall contribute very very much to the compleating and enlargement of your eternal joyes. FINIS. and shall contribute very very much to the completing and enlargement of your Eternal Joys. FINIS. cc vmb vvi av av av-d p-acp dt vvg cc n1 pp-f po22 j n2. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3

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